My only regret after playing the 18 hole Taylor Park was not meeting and shaking hands with the Taylor Park Disc Golf Club members . The drive to the course starts on th left side of the park and winds around the lake to the very opposite end . I found out later that you can drive past the park and park on the street and cut right over to hole #1 . Taylor Park is the top of the line for park equipment , care and upkeep of their course . The parking lot is big enough to hold a full scale tournament . A large bathroom are sits to the left of the 17 & 18 fairway , close to the parking lot and close to hole 1 , too . A nice shelter when not in use is next to the 18 basket . Trash cans are present around the course area . .Walking towards #1's tee pad , there is a large practice area with 2 putting baskets , bag hangers and benches surrounding it . The #1 hole area is unreal . There is a screen behind the tee pad in case there is an errant throw down 18's fairway . A very good kiosk map greets you with the course map and postings of events , A locked disc return box is here , and a large clock sits above the first tee . WOW . There are 2 good sized cement tee pads per hole , 2-4 pin positions per hole ,and the baskets are basic Chainstars , but have flags on the tops of them .What might catch your eye is the course signage . Not only are they fully informative and give a great picture of the hole , but they are lettered and set in an old English lettering/design . As good as I ever saw . There is a spot on the signage indicating what position the basket is in , and I was told that they change the baskets a lot . They have shoe brushes scattered throughout the course , benches at the holes and the disc bag poles at the pads .They have a bell to ring after the #2 hidden basket position to let the players behind you that the area is clear . The park was very clean and well manicured on the Thursday morning that I played .There is a decent amount of variety to these holes . A few in a woodsy area , most are park style and some with the lake on the left side of the fairway . The course flow is easy to follow . I never pulled my map out of my pocket except to write notes . The course won't wow you with memorable holes , but because of the Taylor Park Club's course care and attention to detail , I felt valued as a player . #1 hole is a great opener . 324' , set in a left corner of the fairway with trees and plants set about in the fairway . the #2 basket is set in a grove of trees . #7 plays to an elevated basket . 9 , 11 , 13 & 15 have a water hazard on the left of the fairway . The wind in the park makes the water even more of a factor . I think after playing 11 , you will see a tee pad ahead , but that is the tee pad for 13 . To get to 12 , you will have to backtrack and walk a slight uphill on a path to your right , and tee off from an elevated position . There are plenty of lefty righty holes and there is a lot of fun factor here . Signature Hole : I liked #1 a lot . You have to control your drive and bend it to avoid all of the obstacles in the fairway to a tight well protected green . #12 was a great one , too , a tunnel shot off the only elevated tee . I played the course in about an hour . A foursome should take this course in about 2 hours .

#1 Safety . There are alligators in this lake . The locals talk of them and they are BIG. Use your smarts and don't go into the water to fetch your bad drive . Even be aware if your disc is on land but close to the water . Also , there is a walking path that will come into play on some of the back holes like 9- 17 , and a kids play area around #17's fairway . . Share the park . Anything else would be nitpicking . I know that the course can't expand because it is landlocked and the park likes it sequestered off to the back of it . lack of elevation can't be helped either ( but wish some was here ) .

Reviews and pictures of a course don't always tell the story . This is a great course to play . Scenic , fun , and challenging enough . The course is so well taken care of , it doesn't beat you down and plY is easy on the body . Thank You , Taylor Park Rec , and especially Taylor Park Disc Golf Club for letting me play this course . You set the standard for course care and amenities . My Recommendation : From newbie to casual to traveler to pro . This course , though not the most challenging in the area , is just too nice to pass up . Without going into detail all over again , JUST PLAY IT !!!!

VERY well maintained!
Great signage and easy to follow
Scenic
Fun city park course

Very busy park
Trails are in play
Alligators

The locals obviously take a lot of pride in this course as there was almost no trash and everything is well taken care of. There are even brooms by some of the tees. The course is not long but has enough trees in play to make it challenging.

This course has a great layout and very challenging on each hole. Potential water hazards on a few holes which gives players chances to think strategy before each shot. A mixture of shorts and long holes very well thought out. I would recommended to anyone looking to have a great day on the course with beautiful views.

One thing I would look into is new baskets. The older Chainstar baskets are still in good shape but the pop is just not there. Other than that don't change a thing.

Great Course!

Decent but Not Overwhelming Challenge
Well Marked
Good Layout
Clean
Fair Amount of Shade
Two Practice Baskets
Haven't Lost a Disc

Could be Better Maintained
Private Property Near First Few Holes
Other Players*

*Oddly, the "few ground rules" for posting reviews prohibits listing all relevant cons. It may not be fair to judge the merits of the course on the behavior of it's players, but the regularity with which you are likely to encounter certain types of players and behaviors will likely negatively influence your experience at this otherwise excellent course.

This is a great beginner course. It's a nice park, with a nice course. Sometimes pin markers are missing or misplaced, and some of the tee benches are unsafe to sit on. There's good diversity in the holes to test beginner players without overwhelming them. Perfectly reasonable for a beginner to get par here after a small amount of practice. The water and foliage can attempt to claim discs on bad throws, but I haven't lost a disc yet, in spite of dumping into the water twice on the back 9. This is the best course I've played in the area as a beginner. If you can manage to visit on weekdays or otherwise avoid certain groups, your experience will likely be much better.

When building a disc golf course the Taylor Park Tee signs would be a perfect role model. This course demands accurate, not distance off the tee and when the wind is whipping around. it changes holes dramatically, especially the holes near the lake

It can be a tad confusing what basket to throw at on number 2 (18 hole basket is on the right). Cons are nitpicking really

Playing a course for the first time and not getting lost and actually concentrating on your game and appreciating the course is always a pleasure. Hey look 5 losers posted that my review isn't helpful

-The course is very well maintained. Everything is great from the signs to the super long tee pads and nice baskets.
- Course has a nice flow and first timers will not have to worry about getting lost
- No holes were too long; most were around 250, which is a nice length for amateurs
- Just enough trees and water to make it hard but not frustrating
- Good variety of tighter and open holes
- Tee pads have shoe cleaners, bag hangers and benches, which makes the course feel like a Selah Ranch
- There was a warning of disc golf in the area and that always is a good sign
- Nice people to ask just in case you couldn't find a certain hole
- There was a great shaded practice area with two practice baskets
- Two tees per hole, so pros and ams can play

- Many baskets in view of some tees
- A couple holes backtrack on each other, which when busy could be a problem with many discs flying around
- No holes to really air out and chuck it as far as you can
- Lots of non golfing pedestrians to watch for
- The park was kind of hard to get into, you had to snake all the way around the park to the entrance and go on this side road

It is an interesting course with a couple of nice additions. I didn't see any alligators, and I came here thinking I would see one. Definitely have to watch out for other people, both golfers and non. Come here if you are in the area because this is a nice solid course.

Beautiful course. Well groomed. Nice signage. Concrete tees. Very easy to navagate.

Cant think of any.

I would play it again in a heartbeat. It was my favorite course while visiting the Tampa area. Loved it.

1. Has different hole locations
2. Tests every type of shot in disc golf
3. Has some holes that have tight fairways and others where you can straight up bomb it.

1. You can lose your disc in the water on a few holes if you're not safe but that's technically a challenge not a con
2. Like others have stated the course gets a little tight as you go to the last 5 holes

Course is really awesome and is right by a huge lake which is pretty when you go out to play.

Lots of different shot. At a well organized park. Lots of different views. Very clean. Bathrooms.

If I have any its that there are some shots where there doesn't appear to be any traditional lines.

Great Course, came upon it by accident. Course deserves more exposure. Seems they have a very active club.

* The course is very well taken care of. Everything is top notch from the signs to the pads and baskets.
* Course flows smoothly and first time players can find their way easily.
* Variety of distance ranges although no truly long holes.
* Just enough trees and water to make it interesting without being too penal.
* Good variety of in the woods contrasting with near the lake shots.
* Tee pads have shoe cleaners, bag hangers and benches. Everything feels high class.
* Signs present warning of disc golf in the area always helpful.
* Locals were very friendly and the neighborhood seems nice.
* Variety of other activities available as well.

* If you don't like throwing near walkers, then be careful, because there are plenty on the path by the water. They seemed to be pretty aware, and like anything else, just don't throw if there are people there.
* No real bomber holes, so if you have a big arm, you might not use it much here. On the other hand, great for those of us who throw 300 to 350.
* All in all, a wonderful course.

Taylor park is a gorgeous course beside a very fishy lake. I saw many people fishing and walking,and it seems like a nice place to spend a day. The course signage is just spot on. And, the little things, especially what I mentioned around the tees, really make this park a treat. I wish i lived a bit closer, because I would play this often. This lovely place was a real pleasure to play!

If you like disc golf and fishing, this may be the perfect course for you. There is a nice big lake that looked and smelled very clean. It comes into play a little bit on the dg course, but several people were fishing it, and I heard its a good spot to drop a line.
Speaking of clean, the whole park was very clean. Mature trees abound, and the course makes good use of them. The course has a nice flow to it and easy navigation. Multiple pin placements, combined with excellent signage enhance the overall experience. Very friendly locals.

The cons are minor.

There is a hiking trail that runs through part of the course. It seemed like most of the non-dgers were aware of the course though, and I noticed several "Warning, Disc Golf" type signs scattered about the course. Still, care must be taken to avoid other park users.

More of a warning than a con: The speed limit is 15mph on the road that goes around the lake to the course, and is enforced by some nasty speed bumps and the local police dept.

This is a very charming course, and a must play in the greater Tampa area. It's somewhat short and technical in nature, but you'll appreciate all that shade in the summertime.

-The course is located in a beautiful Park
-Alternating Pin positions, some tees have multiple tees. Pins are consistently rotating.
-Nice balance for left and right throwers. They can rotate the baskets, flip the shots and still maintain a nice balance for throwers.
-Course Map at the start, as well as a practice/warm up area with two baskets and distance markers. (e.g 30ft) There are also benches in the practice area as well as a picnic shelter.
-Each tee has the whole package: Concrete Tee's, Bag hooks, Benches, and great tee signs.
-Taylor Park gets a solid A+ for their Tee signs. Very attractive and ornate tee maps at both the long and short tees, pin locations, with distance, pin position marker. Plus a bonus for placing huge yellow signs around the park that warn of Flying Discs.
-Two raised baskets. #7 and #15. (They may or may not be in play, depending on the basket position setup)
-Bathrooms & Shelters located at the start on the course ( Bathroom is located near the parking lot, but on the opposite side of the shelter near basket 17. You won't get near it again until you finish)
-Each fairway is open enough to allow a person to choose their lines, but there are enough trees that will require you to hit the gaps strategically.
-Beginners can play here with no problem, as well as professionals. It's primarily the longer holes that have the multiple tee-pads. The course gives stronger arms a chance at the long distance shots, while still providing a fun experience to the novice. It's very well balanced.
-Great fun factor
-Course navigation is straight out and back. It plays out and back to the parking lot.
FWIW
-located in a park with a number of activities and walking trails.

-You are still subject to course interactions with other park goers and park activities. Congestion can be a factor here. You are still reminded to look before you throw. Though the course is away from other activities, it is not segregated from the rest of the park.
-Some fairways play real close to some houses and their fence lines, pay attention when you throw.
-Walking paths come into play on certain parts of the course, and you may find yourself sharing the playing field with other park users.
-Though there are signs, some of the transitions may have you looking around for the next hole. (First time issue only)
Tip: It's easy to skip 11, don't miss it.

Taylor Park is a beautiful course that is located in a very nice park. It's full of well-built and attractive amenities. The layout will have the thrower working lines around trees and down pathways. I think the fun factor is equal to the challenge. It's definitely a fun course to play, and it didn't take long before it was added to my favorites list. Everyone that plays here, should come away with a great experience. The only real issue I see is that the park traffic could become an obstacle. Even when I played here, I found that I was working around park traffic. This course should be added to the list of courses to play in the Tampa/Clearwater area.
It's a park, so no special footwear or protective clothing necessary here. You'll pass plenty of restaurants and gas stations on the way here. It's Florida, so bringing liquids should be a norm. You will want to give yourself some extra time to get here. Traffic from 275 is hectic and can be slow moving. It's not easily accessed, but is well worth the trip. Taylor Park will not disappoint!

This course has, by far, the best signs I've ever seen. They have clearly put in a lot of work and it shows. Little touches like shoe cleaners and mini-brooms at some tees make you feel like your on the pro-circuit or something.

Infrastructure aside, this is a great park. I threw about 50/50 side-arm versus flick today so you can definitely get a variety of shots.

Only two cons:

- Pedestrians are abundant, but they seemed aware of the fact that a game was being played around them so not the biggest issue in the world.

- A lot of the holes on the back nine are staggered so that you're walking back towards the tee of the hole you just played to get to the next tee. I understand they have to make the most of the space they have to work with but this type of layout makes the course feel crowded.

Definitely an excellent course and I will definitely be back there sooner rather than later

Quality 18 hole course located in a large family friendly park in Largo. A large announcement board sits by the parking lot and there are bathroom facilities on site. Large cement tees are sufficient for throwing, and about 1/3 of the holes have a short tee. First rate colored signs depict hole number, distance and desired flight path. A long screw/wingnut inserted into the base of the sign indicates "A", "B" or "C" basket position. "Next Tee" signs assist with navigation. There are benches and bag poles at each hole. Water comes into play on a couple of holes, but is not restrictive or unfair (Hole # 11 in particular is excellent). Newly placed flags atop each basket makes them visible from the tee box.

Safety issues exist at some junctures where holes run parallel to one another. Waiting on pedestrians who use the walking path can be an annoyance. Palmettos and water will punish errant shots. The fairway grass should be cut more often. Not a fan of hole # 1- a "throw and hope" hole.

The town of Largo is a real nice area of Florida, and Taylor Park is no exception. It has variety and is laid out well. It is primarily an open course with plenty of various types of trees and vegetation spread out challenging you to hit lines.

As an out-of-state player who played a PDGA event here, I thoroughly enjoyed my experience. I was totally impressed by the local club, the "sand slugs", who made me feel welcome and who work tirelessly at course enhancement and attention to detail. Their unofficial "clubhouse"- a restaurant across the street, contains various plaques and memorabilia from leagues and weeklys. A highly recommended play.

Lots of pin placements.
Pro and amateur tee pads.
The members are very nice.
For my first time playing it was easy to find next tee.

Lots of paths cross in the fairways.
People do not look before crossing in front of tee pads, I almost hit a person walking on path.

Had a great time I will be bringing my son to play here

Very well kept course.
No map is available but is very easy to navigate.
Good course to bring someone not that experienced.
Tee signs are top notch! Easy to see where the basket was.

None

My wife and I were in town and wanted to play (been 6 months) and Taylor Park was perfect for both of us to get back into the groove of things. Good length and just the right amount of trees to not get too frustrated with and a very low bug count!

If you are in Clearwater you have to check this course out along with Clearwater Disc Golf store!

Solid 4
- Technical course
- Water hazards
- Beautiful park
- Alternate tees
- You name it they got it

- Be careful of walkers walking through the course

Really only 1 or 2 holes with a good chance at landing in water, but bringing a floater always a good idea.

Taylor Park DGC is in a beautiful, grassy park with many mature trees surrounding a small lake. The quality of the course is very good, as is the equipment on the course. The tee boxes are concrete, all with nice benches and bag holders. The tee signs are unbelievable! Highly detailed and with cool graphics, they have hole maps with moveable pins to show which position the basket is currently in. Also, there are signs between holes to guide you through the course. The baskets are all in good shape, too.

As for the disc golfing, this is an outstanding course. Laid out very nicely, the fairways give a good variety of lines to the basket. The fairways have few sharp turns, but the trees seldom allow a straight line to the pin. There are very slight changes of elevation on some holes, and water comes into play on a few of them. Challenging, and fun to play.

Really there is not a lot of room for improvement here. Utilizes the space very well, but there was a very similar feel to many of the holes despite slight differences. I was rushing to finish 18 holes before the sun set, so maybe I missed some of the finer points on the course. There are signs posted warning about the presence of gators, but I didn't see any (which suits me fine).

Taylor Park offers a terrific disc golf experience. This is a fun and challenging course that is very nicely furnished. No doubt about it, you need to play this course if you get a chance. One of the best courses I have played in Florida. The local league was in session while I was on premises, and they were all helpful and friendly.

Every hole has two or three pin positions for a total of 42 overall and they're moved around frequently.

Tee pads are reasonably long and wide

Beautiful tee signs provide a visual of the hole as well as laser-measured distances for every pin position and a marker to show which position the basket is currently in.

Every hole has a whisk broom, bag hanger, and bench on it.

Hole design is generally very strong forcing players to use a wide variety of shots to put up a good score. Nearly all the new pin positions add to the course's quality instead of just being different for difference's sake.

Difficulty is moderate but fair. The trees will get you if you throw off target or too high but good throws will almost always be rewarded.

The baskets are quality ones and in good condition.

The course overall is kept in very good condition by the local club which runs weekly doubles and a handicap there.

The frequently mentioned walking path.

There are only amateur pads on six of the holes.

Hole 1's long position has virtually no fairway any longer due to tree growth since its creation and would be greatly improved by being moved. The new short positions on 7 and 16 lack imagination, being simple straight ahead shots when the terrain would have allowed for more interesting placements.

Taylor Park is my home course but when I first started playing disc golf two years ago it was merely a good course. The changes the local club (which didn't even exist at the beginning of my playing days) over that time period are phenomenal and have made this into what I consider to be the best course in the area now.

Taylor Park is not a predominant right or left handed course and is laid out very nice. It has a good variety of open, tight, long, and short holes; it also has some hazards that will get your heart going and make you think. The tee signs, benches, and bag poles make it an even more enjoyable course. The local club takes very good care of the course by keeping the course groomed and staying on top of any needed and preventive maintenance. The course's multiple pin placements not only change distance but change the way the whole is played altogether.
There are a couple alligators that hang out (basking in the sun) next to a few holes/tee pads. They're far enough away so as not to scare you, but close enough to check them out (from a distance).

The park is very picturesque, drawing snowbirds and locals alike, which slows play

Wish this park was closer to my house